It pays to take care of your health after you retire. One study found people who get regular, moderate exercise tend to avoid the costs of long-term and chronic health care for 10 to 20 years longer than people who don’t. That can add up to big savings, as well as a better quality of life: costs for top private care can run up to $80,000 a year or more.

 

How can you help keep your health care costs low?

There are lots of low-cost ways to stay healthy and avoid expensive medical bills. Here are just a few:

• Walking
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Senior fitness classes and sports clubs
• Gardening, mowing the lawn, raking leaves, sweeping snow off your steps
• Ballroom dancing
• Working as a volunteer
• Getting regular check-ups with your doctor.

Remember: A healthy lifestyle can save you money.

You’ll live longer and you’ll feel better and enjoy life more. Don’t give up if you are less healthy now than you would like to be. It’s never too late to get back on track.

Learn more                                                                    

Pursuing Life’s Best After Retirement. This Government of Ontario website links to activities and interests you may enjoy after you retire.
Healthy Ontario (Seniors). This Government of Ontario website has health information, services and advice for seniors for healthier living.
50Plus.com. This website has content on better living, travel, finances and community for people over the age of 50.